100 King Street West Toronto Ontario,M5X 1A1
BMO Capital Markets is a leading, full-service financial services provider. We offer corporate and investment banking, treasury management, as well as research and advisory services to clients around the world. #bmocapitalmarkets

This position supports the Issues Management function for Capital Markets (CM). By acting as a Project Manager/Coordinator, responsible for supporting the effective management of AML related projects/Issues to completion. Each Issue Management Lead will act principally in the areas of project planning, project monitoring and integrated project management. Key accountabilities are described below:

• Executes on effective management of projects, principally in the areas of project planning, project monitoring, and integrated project management – independently and as part of a Team.
• Manages assigned aspects of the project life cycle and works with relevant project stakeholders as required. Assists in the planning, preparation, and maintenance of project team schedules, documents, Management Action Plan updates, maintains project issues logs and databases.
• Manages Issues from start to finish including Issue Identification templates, Management Action Plans (project plans), monitoring progress, escalations, evidence collection for Issue closure etc. while complying with applicable Enterprise standards (e.g. Risk, Audit, Compliance).
• Escalates early warning signs and deviations from the plan to the VP.
• Supports the VP by monitoring and controlling project activities including risk, issues, status, communication, planning and execution.
• Proposes recommendations and adjustments and publishes periodic project status reports.
• Maintains project documentation repositories.
• Performs various project tasks, including leading stakeholder meetings, taking meeting minutes, issuing communication releases, and performing maintenance of project tracking logs (i.e., issues, change control, etc.)

This role will offer you the opportunity to learn best-in-class practices relating to issues management in a matrix organization while building processes for Capital Markets and networking with key stakeholders across Lines of Business.

CORE SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:

Outstanding communication (written, oral, listening) and interpersonal skills with ability to present complex information succinctly to internal and external audiences. Critical thinking: strong ability to consider cross impacts; understand the intent of a task and achieve it through linear or nonlinear paths. Creative problem-solver with intellectual agility and curiosity. Ability to investigate opportunities for increasing efficiency, including cost/benefit. Detail-oriented. Ability to collaborate with teams across BMO. Ability to demonstrate understanding and management of an issue by actively navigating stakeholder discussions and contributing to the solutioning. Self-starter with ability to learn quickly and work independently while also being able to work effectively in a team environment. Highly proficient in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access, PowerBI

KNOWLEDGE AND BACKGROUND:

1. Undergraduate degree (business, finance/accounting, economics or law preferred).
2. 4‐6 years of work experience in a compliance, audit, risk, or AML function.
3. Certifications such as Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist or similar.
4. Knowledge of Capital Markets products, processes, and the purpose of the Operating Group in a bank.
5. Knowledge of the importance of AML to a Financial Institution.
6. Understanding of risk and of control frameworks.
7. Aware of the regulatory requirements applicable to a Financial Institution.
   Primary Location: Virtual/First Canadian Place (100 King Street W., Toronto)
   Base Salary Range:

ABOUT US

At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.
As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one – for yourself and our customers. We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.
To find out more visit us at https://jobs.bmo.com/ca/en
BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other’s differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.
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This position supports the Issues Management function for Capital Markets (CM). By acting as a Project Manager/Coordinator, responsible for supporting the effective management of AML related projects/Issues to completion. Each Issue Management Lead will act principally in the areas of project planning, project monitoring and integrated project management. Key accountabilities are described below:

• Executes on effective management of projects, principally in the areas of project planning, project monitoring, and integrated project management – independently and as part of a Team.
• Manages assigned aspects of the project life cycle and works with relevant project stakeholders as required. Assists in the planning, preparation, and maintenance of project team schedules, documents, Management Action Plan updates, maintains project issues logs and databases.
• Manages Issues from start to finish including Issue Identification templates, Management Action Plans (project plans), monitoring progress, escalations, evidence collection for Issue closure etc. while complying with applicable Enterprise standards (e.g. Risk, Audit, Compliance).
• Escalates early warning signs and deviations from the plan to the VP.
• Supports the VP by monitoring and controlling project activities including risk, issues, status, communication, planning and execution.
• Proposes recommendations and adjustments and publishes periodic project status reports.
• Maintains project documentation repositories.
• Performs various project tasks, including leading stakeholder meetings, taking meeting minutes, issuing communication releases, and performing maintenance of project tracking logs (i.e., issues, change control, etc.